Lipseys Seeks Brand Manager Footwear

Company:

Lipsey's

Job Title:

Brand Manager Footwear/Rubber Boots

Position Summary:

Brand manager for Le Chameau USA high end Footwear/Rubber Boots to lead and implement sales/marketing strategy. Bottom line responsibility for distribution of hunting/outdoors and fashion products.

Primary Responsibilities:

Responsible for all sales and marketing efforts.

Evaluate and establish sales and marketing priorities for US market through maximizing selective distribution.

Manage and coordinate inside and outside sales teams for both fashion and hunting/outdoors markets.

Maintain proper inventory and maximize turns through ordering product quarterly and estimating inventory needs.

Build customer loyalty by delivering superior customer service.

Accountable for bottom line results.

Position Requirements/Compensation/etc...

Minimum or 3 to 5 years experience in managing a successful footwear business. Preferable to have outdoors/sporting goods experience.

Ability to manage and coordinate all business efforts.

Proven track record with excellent references.

Willing to relocate.

Willing to travel as necessary.

Excellent written and oral skills.

Proven organizational skills.

Must be passionate about product and career.

Understand and differentiate the outdoors/sporting goods and fashion markets.

Track record of establishing and maintaining contacts with leading retailers throughout the U.S.

Able to start on or before December 1, 2009.

Compensation commensurate with (or better than) companies who are well established in the footwear industry.

Send resume to:info@lipseys.com with professional references and accompanying letter demonstrating interest in this position. Or mail to: Laurie Aronson, Le Chameau USA, P.O. Box 83280, Baton Rouge, LA 70884. All applications will remain confidential.

Contact:
Laurie Aronson, Le Chameau USA, P.O. Box 83280, Baton Rouge, LA 70844 or info@lipseys.com